Tech Help for New Gadgets and Gizmos

It’s a thin week with the holiday and most government offices and community organizations, including libraries, closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Here are some things happening in the area this week:

Great White Shark (11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. Tuesday at The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, 10 North Water St., Norwalk): “No other modern animal may command both our fears and fascination as much as the great white shark – but The Maritime Aquarium’s new IMAX film suggests, instead, that these incredible predators mainly need our help and respect.”

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Saugatuck Congregational Church Christmas Pageant (5 p.m. Tuesday at Temple Israel, 14 Coleytown Road, Westport): “A celebration of the Christmas story for all ages.”

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Fun Workshop: Pine Cone Creations (11 a.m. Thursday at Fairfield Musuem and History Center, 370 Beach Road, Fairfield): “Workshop for ages 6 – 10. $5, please pre-register. Create your own winter wonderland scene made from pine cones and a seasonal assortment of craft materials.”

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See a Steam Train! (11 a.m. Friday at Fairfield Musuem and History Center, 370 Beach Road, Fairfield): “Free with admission. Watch real steam rise from a model train that travels around an elevated track. Collector Harvey Campbell will share his knowledge and enthusiasm about how these unique trains work.”

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Tech Help With Those New Gadgets and Gizmos (3 to 5 p.m. Friday at Westport Public Library, 20 Jesup Road, Westport): “Did you receive a new iPad, Nook, tablet for the holidays this year? Bring it into the Library and let us show you how to download Library ebooks, audiobooks, or music on your gadget.”